Ignore the soppy social media posts, forget your relationship status and throw yourself into some of these fun things going on around the country today:

1. Speed dating

There are plenty of speed dating night's going on around the country tonight, including these two in Dublin and Cork . All those lonely hearts make Valentine's Day the prime time to take the romantic plunge. A few minutes of conversation might just be all you need for Cupid to shoot his arrow.

2. See a film

Valentine's is situated right smack bang in the middle of Oscar season, so you will be spoilt for choice if you spend the evening at the cinema. The IFI in Dublin are also screening three different flavours of romantic films tonight if you prefer a more themed night.

3. Have a feast for one

Even if you are not in love, you can still enjoy the food. Supermarkets and restaurants are a wash with amazing meal deals, so treat yourself to a meal for two. Marks and Spencers have a pretty scrummy looking meal deal with wine for €25.